Unit Award Scheme

122264 FIELD SKILLS: POINT COUNT SAMPLING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	the key steps of the point count sampling process	Summary sheet
2	the main ways to ensure every area has an equal chance of being sampled in the given ecosystem	Summary sheet
acquired an understanding of
3	when it would and would not be suitable to use point count sampling	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
4	at least three advantages of point count sampling of ecosystems	Summary sheet
5	at least three limitations associated with point count sampling of ecosystems	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
6	comment on at least two different sampling techniques and the associated bias	Summary sheet
7	take part in the setting up of a point count sampling method on at least one occasion	Summary sheet
8	analyse, statistically report and document their findings.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 17 September 2024Level - Level Two